Tracy L. Cross

The meeting included discussions and a vote on leasing/purchasing golf carts for CHGC, with considerations for repair costs and aesthetic issues. The meeting was temporarily suspended for a Public Hearing regarding the Hale House Project. The Board discussed and supported the Northern Forest Center's purchase of the Hale House buildings and a related Restore NY funding application. The board also voted to enter a lease agreement for golf carts with W&B. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding repairs to the Bridge on Noble Terrace, which will be further discussed at the next meeting.

The Town Board meeting addressed several key issues, including a Restore NY grant resolution for the rehabilitation of the historic Hale House and Hale Law Library, and redundant water issues awaiting release from Health & Human Services. Discussions also covered wastewater treatment updates, Orrick's assistance with municipal bonding for FEMA projects, and highway matters such as FEMA submissions and a shared service agreement with NYS DOT. The board also discussed CHGC's closure and employee retirement/buyout, landfill ticket increases, the NCSPCA 2025 contract, Boquet Valley Youth Comm, Trail Center updates, ARPA funds utilization, and various committee reports.

The Town Board meeting included discussions on a plan distributed with Alison Webbinaro, a meeting with Senator Dan Stec, and a suggestion to meet with Assemblyman Billy Jones. River sampling results and the potential impact from septic systems were reviewed, along with the possibility of further testing. Septic inspections and dye testing were also discussed. Test pits at the Cobble Hill Golf Course site showed groundwater discharge may be risky, necessitating a decision on ground or river discharge. The board also discussed the impact on SEQR and Bond, the need to consult with DEC, and potential routes to the Boquet River. A presentation is scheduled for the November 19th Board meeting. Easements and eminent domain were discussed regarding landowners. Updates from APA and SHIPO will be provided, and the IEP scoring resolution is pending. The Census and unemployment rate were also mentioned.

The meeting addressed several key areas including the redundant water system project at Foot Bridge Lane, waste water treatment, highway maintenance, and zoning matters. The board discussed the Cobble Hill Golf Course, focusing on the lease versus purchase of golf carts and addressing roof damage from a wind event. They also discussed the Restore NY project involving the Hale House, updating the town's credit card, and various committee updates including youth commission activities, highway department concerns about the Noble Terrace Bridge, trail developments, and follow-up on grant monies for Deep Hollow Pond and Memorial Park. Financial matters included approving transfers, the supervisor's report, and paying bills.

The meeting addressed the recent flooding event and the possibility of receiving FEMA funds. A resolution of support for cell tower coverage in Adirondack Park will be done in January. The town will purchase the Masonic Temple building. The town was awarded a grant for the rehabilitation of Memorial Park and the Boardwalk on Deep Hollow Pond. A notice of violations was received on the last water inspection. Letters to non-compliant property owners will be sent out regarding LULL. There was a consideration of establishing a temporary moratorium on Short Term Rentals. The town will use ARPA funds to purchase STARLINK equipment for unserved low-income folks. The incoming DPW Superintendent has taken pictures of Bronson Way to print off and help apply for FEMA. The Wastewater Project was discussed and the RFQ'S that were received for the Wastewater Project from Essex County were rejected.